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Artemis II: No Moon Landing Yet

NASA's Artemis II mission is set to carry astronauts to the Moon, but it won't land there. This mission is a preparatory step for a future lunar landing planned for 2028.

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NASA's Artemis II mission is the first crewed mission to the Moon in over 50 years, but it will not land on the lunar surface. Instead, this mission serves as a preparation for a potential lunar landing planned for 2028, acting as a stepping stone for deeper space exploration. The rocket used for this mission is the most powerful ever built by NASA.

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01What is the purpose of the Artemis II mission?

02How many years has it been since a crewed mission went to the Moon?

03What is notable about the rocket used in Artemis II?

Discussion

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What do you think are the benefits of preparing for future lunar landings?

Vocabulary

Vocabulary

  • crewed word

    having people on board

    The Artemis II mission is a crewed mission to the Moon.

  • lunar word

    related to the Moon

    The mission is preparing for a lunar landing.

  • stepping stone word

    a stage in a process

    Artemis II is a stepping stone for deeper space exploration.

  • powerful word

    having great strength or force

    The most powerful rocket ever built by NASA is used for this mission.

  • exploration word

    the act of searching for something

    The mission aims for deeper space exploration.